How many syllables in “breathy”?
syllables in "breathy"
Word details
Syllables
2
breat · hy
Letters
7
b · r · e · a · t · h · y
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “breathy”
The word “breathy” contains 2 syllables, divided as breat · hy. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "breathy" have?
"breathy" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "breathy" into syllables?
"breathy" is divided into syllables as: breat · hy.
What is the Scrabble score for "breathy"?
The Scrabble score for "breathy" is 15 points.
Using “breathy” in writing
Two-syllable words like "breathy" (breat · hy) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “breathy” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.